Which of the following young adults is at greatest risk for experiencing death or injury?
1. An 18-year-old with a father who is an alcoholic
2. A 30-year-old who is a professional rodeo rider
3. A 20-year-old living in an urban housing project
4. A 26-year-old riding a motorcycle across the country
ANS: 3
Violence is the greatest cause of mortality and morbidity in the young adult population. Factors that predispose individuals to violence, injury, or death include poverty, family breakdown, child abuse and neglect, repeated exposure to violence, and ready access to guns. This option repre-sents an individual who most likely is both poor and exposed to an environment of repeated vio-lent acts. While Option 1 represents a potential for physical and mental abuse, it does not present the level of potential violence existing in Option 3. While Option 2 represents a potential for physical injury and possible death, it does not present the level of potential violence existing in Option 3. While Option 4 represents a potential for physical injury and possible death, it does not present the level of potential violence existing in Option 3.
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